Consulting with an expert can streamline the conversion to electric boilers while reducing total project cost and maximizing system reliability.

Hydronic zone systems have proven themselves to be a sustainable heating and cooling option with a longer lifespan, and potential for cost savings.

Emerson announced a new platform of AWEF-compliant condensing units for walk-in coolers to meet the DOE rule.

Although CO₂ systems may seem a bit more complicated than HFC DX systems, they are actually quite similar, with the main difference being CO2’s higher pressure.

CO₂ refrigeration, which has gained significant traction in ice arenas and supermarket coolers, is now emerging as a groundbreaking technology revolutionizing the way we cool and heat across industries worldwide.

In the sixth installment of this series, we ask if A2L refrigerants are as flammable as propane or hydrocarbons.

The CEO awards program seeks to honor C-level executives from around the world and across multiple industries, focusing on the personalities who drive successful corporations and organizations.

A living wall biofilter is an active filter system that removes contaminants and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from indoor air.

HB 738, introduced Oct. 4 by Rep. Niraj Antani (R-Miamisburg), requires the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission (OFCC) and the Department of Education (ODE) to study the status of school buildings regarding air conditioning, accessibility, and school safety.

Condensing units that are exposed to low ambient conditions must have some sort of low ambient control installed on them.

Compressor manufacturers have been improving the products on multiple fronts in recent months.

Have 166 years of small improvements and occasional leaps in chemistry taken us to the limit of what compressors can do?

End users are looking for more from their systems than just reliable cooling; they also want sustainable equipment that features better energy efficiency and low-GWP solutions. Several compressor manufacturers have happily obliged.

Ross B. Shuster, CEO, Copeland, discusses Blackstone’s investment into the company, how the transaction will impact the company’s HVAC offerings, and more.

Continuous and rapid cycling is hard on a compressor, but the use of a simple time delay relay can mitigate the risk of compressor failure.

Digitalization is a technological paradigm shift that is transforming our lives, and is set to have a compelling impact on the cold chain.

Complex buildings come with increasingly unique requirements, including the vital aspect of climate control.

There has been debate on the transition from traditional a/c units to the smaller ones, or to find other worthy alternatives.

Getting the right people on the team has always been essential for any company, in any industry, and HVAC is no exception.

Leverage the business resources available to you as a contractor, and one of those resources is your distributor’s territory manager.

With finite resources, operators everywhere should be spending smartly to enhance the “green” sustainability of their operation.

If you feel like your site is just taking up digital space and not adding dollars to your bottom line, we hope the tips below will help.

HVAC contractors have to focus on recruiting and retaining technicians by focusing efforts on learning and then providing what the current workforce is looking for.

NASRC will offer free comprehensive CO₂ and propane refrigeration training at its Natural Refrigerant Training Summit.

If an HVAC contractor possesses knowledge pertaining to IAQ solutions and how to approach the subject with a homeowner, they are in a good spot to sell the equipment.

The EPA has proposed a one-year extension for VRF systems using high-GWP HFCs.

The AHRI’s 2024 Policy Symposium brought more than 200 members, along with AHRI staffers and others in HVAC, to Washington for the lobbying effort, plus panel discussions, keynote speeches, and networking.

The Inflation Reduction Act’s (IRA) tax credits and rebates can unlock thousands for residential homeowners looking to upgrade to energy-efficient HVAC equipment.

Regal Beloit Corp. has become an expert in FER compliance by redesigning its products to meet the new standards, including the Genteq^® Ensite^® motor, DEC Star^® blower assemblies, and a new electronically commutated motor (ECM) to provide FER compliance for entry-level fans. These products were on display at the 2019 AHR Expo.

This electronically commutated motor (ECM) is an efficient, pre-programmed, dual-voltage, dual-rotation motor.

Infinitum Electric announced that it has closed a $12.5 million Series B round of financing.

With the recent surge of interest in IAQ options, consumers might easily forget that those components must still work within a system.

It took more than 17 months for Jackson Systems to research and build the Virtual Technician app, which won gold in the Contractor Services and Software category of the 2018 Dealer Design Awards.

Contractors discuss the various payment options for customers.

NetSuite’s Oracle enterprise resource planning (ERP) software is engineered to scale with business-es as they grow and designed to streamline mission-critical processes.

“Our goal is to make every Titan better, smarter, and faster in all the areas they are passionate about”

ServiceTitan was named to the 2019 Inc. 500 list of fastest-growing private companies in America.

Success Group International recently hosted its fall 2019 Expo at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center in Dallas.

In the latest episode of The NEWSMakers podcast, Kyle Gargaro, editorial director for The ACHR NEWS, talks to Vahe Kuzoyan, ServiceTitan president.

Sherry has held CFO positions for the past ten years. “His passion and expertise will be critical as we continue to expand our capabilities to solve the biggest pain points for contractors all across the country," said Ara Mahdessian, ServiceTitan co-founder and CEO.

Paced by continued demand for projects such as new education and health care facilities, public safety, and government buildings, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) increased in June following fluctuations earlier this year.

The benefits of building information modeling (BIM) and other technology advancements that allow the exchange of information on design and construction projects, including improving labor productivity and reducing costs for construction companies, are just the beginning of what can be achieved, according to a new study.

The global HVAC market is forecast to post a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of close to 7 percent by 2020, according to the latest report from Technavio. The research study covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the HVAC market from 2016 to 2020.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA’s) Confined Spaces in Construction final rule, issued May 4, 2015, created confusion in the HVAC industry. ACCA announced that, after months of negotiations with OSHA, an agreement clarifies that the rule has very limited application in the residential HVAC industry.

The global data center precision air conditioning market is expected to record a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 10 percent to 2020, according to the latest market research report by Technavio.

Manufacturers in the realm of IAQ are seeing an uptick in interest due to increased awareness among consumers as well, as the air quality concerns that come as a byproduct of efforts to tighten up buildings to increase energy efficiency. In response, they’ve been updating IAQ products for the age of the smartphone and the “smart” HVAC system.

High-volume, low-speed (HVLS) fans can mobilize and destratify large volumes of air in any facility.

The 2019 edition of ASHRAE/IES 90.1 will use the new fan energy index (FEI) as the metric for efficiency provisions.

Let’s look at five hidden reasons HVAC systems might not keep up when the temperatures get hot, how to test for them, and potential repairs.

Hunter Industrial, a division of the Hunter Fan Company, has donated and installed two HVLS fans to DCI Logistics.